Despite the drop in play, it’s unlikely Jackson will remain unemployed for long.

The eight-year veteran will turn 31 this fall, but he’s a reliable presence in the middle of a defense and in a locker room. He has experience playing in both a 4-3 and 3-4 base defense. Jackson finished seventh in total tackles in 2013, and he led the league in the category in 2008.

Teams such as the Denver Broncos, Minnesota Vikings, Baltimore Ravens and New York Giants need help at inside linebacker. The Tennessee Titans are also a logical option with Jackson’s previous defensive coordinator, Ray Horton, takeing over their defense and converting it to a 3-4 scheme.

Speculation, but Jackson has been losing a long time in CLE. May be willing to take less to go to a better team.

The Browns, meanwhile, now have two gaping holes at inside linebacker. Jackson was the one constant. Craig Robertson started next to Jackson, but he’s a restricted free agent and may not re-sign after a poor season.